Serving 358 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kipps Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: KIPPS ELEM serves the northern part of its school district in Blacksburg, VA, covering an area of approximately 35.1 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being up to 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipps Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Kipps Elementary School's student population of 358 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
358 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Rankings
Kipps Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipps Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#394 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
17%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
66%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipps Elementary School's ranking?
Kipps Elementary School is ranked #394 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Kipps Elementary School often compared to?
Kipps Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gilbert Linkous Elementary School, Margaret Beeks Elementary School, Harding Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Kipps Elementary School?
358 students attend Kipps Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Kipps Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipps Elementary School?
Kipps Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipps Elementary School offer ?
Kipps Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Kipps Elementary School part of?
Kipps Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipps Elementary School located?
Kipps Elementary School is located in the Hethwood Prices Fork neighborhood of Blacksburg, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Hethwood Prices Fork.
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